Board Secretary

Board Secretary

Are you ready to play a pivotal role at the heart of a dynamic public agency? Mesa Water District is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Board Secretary in our Administrative Services department to provide executive support to our Board of Directors. As the Board Secretary, you'll prepare Board agendas and packets, ensure Brown Act compliance, act as the liaison with legal counsel, and manage Board member travel, reimbursements, and key administrative functions. This role calls for a detail-oriented, strategic thinker with strong communication skills, professionalism in the Boardroom, and the ability to collaborate across departments while handling sensitive information with discretion. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing sensitive and confidential information, and are passionate about public service, this role will put you at the center of impactful decision-making that serves our community every day.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Supportive Work Culture
• High-Impact Role
• Meaningful Work
• Employee-Centered Environment

What we're looking for?

This recruitment is open on a continuous basis until filled. The first deadline for the initial review of applications will occur at 11 : 59 PM on Friday, October 31, 2025. Employees at Mesa Water District work a 9 / 80, onsite schedule, with every other Friday off.

This is a single-class professional classification in the office of the Administrative Services Department. Incumbents work under general direction and exercise a high level of discretion and independent judgment in providing executive support to the General Manager Board of Directors. Incumbents possess a working knowledge of overall District operations and specialized knowledge of research methods and regulatory standards affecting District operations. Work requires creativity and resourcefulness to accomplish goals and objectives. This position requires specialized knowledge, abilities, and skills and the incumbent typically exercises independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties.

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Minimum & Desired Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :

Education : Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, engineering, journalism, or a related field.

Experience : Five (5) years of public administration experience, including at least two (2) years of administrative experience supporting elected officials. Experience in a special district is highly desirable.

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